Joe Louis

Joe Louis Videos

Louis Beats Schmeling

Share

Two years after Max Schmeling's knockout of the undefeated Joe Louis in a non-title bout, they met again on June 22, 1938, for a dramatic rematch at Yankee Stadium. Playing out in live coverage, the match goes to Louis who defeats the German in two minutes and four seconds. Louis was hailed as a hero for all Americans.

Louis Beats Schmeling

(2 min)tv-pg

Two years after Max Schmeling's knockout of the undefeated Joe Louis in a non-title bout, they met again on June 22, 1938, for a dramatic rematch at Yankee Stadium. Playing out in live coverage, the match goes to Louis who defeats the German in two minutes and four seconds. Louis was hailed as a hero for all Americans.

Oops, there's a problem.

At this time we are unable to complete your subscription.This email address has been previously opted out from receiving any emails from A+E Networks. If you changed your mind, please contact us and indicate that you would like to subscribe to HISTORY emails.

You have already subscribed to this list.

If you completed your subscription and still have not received an email, please contact us.

Oops, there's a problem.

At this time we are unable to complete your subscription.This email address has been previously opted out from receiving any emails from A+E Networks. If you changed your mind, please contact us and indicate that you would like to subscribe to HISTORY emails.

You're signed up!

You will soon receive an email with a direct link to your profile, where you can update your preferences.If you do not receive this email, please contact us.